Canada relies on immigration to maintain a healthy labour force and grow its economy. With an aging population and constantly low fertility rate, immigration is part of the solution when it comes to alleviating the pressure caused by those exiting the workforce. Canada's immigration policy welcomes skilled workers & entrepreneurs and invites their invaluable contribution to its culture and economy by essentially offering them two types of Canadian work permits: Open Work Permits and Closed Work Permits. Both types of work permits allow foreign nationals to work in Canada for a certain period of time.
Open Work Permits
An open work permit authorizes a foreigner work in Canada in any Job, without restrictions. The holder of an open work permit does not need a LMIA or confirmation of employment first. Once issued on OWP, The holder can apply and work in any job/occupation in Canada.
Eligibility for Open Work Permit (OWP)
Spouse/Common Law Partner sponsored for PR through an Inland Spousal Application.
Spousal Application for Temporary Foreign Worker.
International Graduate – Post Graduation Open Work Permit.
International Experience Canada – Working Holiday.
LMIA Exempt Work Permit
Canadian employees usually require a positive LMIA outcome in order to hire temporary foreign workers. There are several cases, however where the need for LMIA may be waived.
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